Trucking Job Resource

Truck drivers that are paid per mile see varying wages depending on their experience, the region they work in and the company they are employed with. A majority of trucking companies pay between $0.28 and $0.40 cents per mile according to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics. A few companies do pay up to $0.45 cents per mile. These types of jobs require more skill and are for drivers with... more

Truck Driving Pay Structure
Some truck drivers get paid hourly. Many of the hourly paid company truck drivers drive either locally or regionally. There is a pretty large gap in the rage of their pay within the same job descriptions especially when comparing some of the union jobs to non union truck driving jobs. The range can be all the way from $7 or $8 dollars up to $16 dollars for... more

Learn more about what a TWIC Card is
In the course of your trucking career, you may bring loads to a variety of places. However, if you need to drive to sensitive or protected locations, it's likely that you'll need to go through additional security steps or provide government identification. The TWIC card is a type of identification that allows you access to maritime facilities.... more

Where can I take my DOT Physical?
Before you begin the process of getting your commercial driver’s license, you must meet the physical requirements of the trucking industry. Find out where you can get your DOT physical exam and take the next step in your new career.
Federal Physical Requirements
For many years, truck drivers could go to any licensed doctor and get a medical... more